How To Avoid Crowds When Visiting Venice

How To Avoid Crowds When Visiting Venice

I found one particular place in Europe that was purely magical — I mean— Disney-like magical—it was Venice. But the crowds can really cause a headache. Let me share a great way to see Venice in peace and quiet for lifelong memories…

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Interlude in the hilltop town of Orvieto, Italy

Interlude in the hilltop town of Orvieto, Italy

Dotting the picturesque Umbrian landscape between Rome and Florence, sit countless rustic towns and villages that are the stuff of postcards and oil paintings. Amongst these and reflecting its warm, golden-colored stone buildings, the hilltop town of Orvieto invites you to stroll through its quiet, cobbled streets for a much-needed respite from the hustle of busy Italian cities. But don’t let its secluded majesty deceive; this ancient setting offers Etruscan history, superb wines, delectable Italian cuisine, and boutique shopping, all poised to delight and soothe a traveler’s soul.

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